Saturday 14 November

Rail services between Haarlem and Alkmaar were brought to a standstill this morning due to a signal failure between Haarlem and Beverwijk. Commuters were forced to divert via Amsterdam Sloterdijk as authorities worked to resolve the disruption. Read more →

A fierce blaze gutted a commercial property on Tijnmuiden street in Amsterdam early this morning. While the Fire Department managed to bring the fire under control within hours, an investigation into the cause of the destruction is still underway. Read more →

A collision between a car and a motorcycle at the intersection of Haarlemmerweg and Australiëhavenweg in Amsterdam resulted in both drivers requiring hospitalization. Local police have cordoned off the area to conduct a formal investigation into the circumstances of the crash. Read more →

A 59-year-old tram driver has been fined 750 euros after running a red light in Amsterdam, resulting in serious injuries to a 14-year-old girl. The court rejected calls for community service, categorizing the incident as a traffic violation rather than a criminal act. Read more →

The municipality of Amsterdam has uprooted 180 elm trees to evaluate their long-term growth in varying soil conditions. This research project, based in the Westelijk Havengebied, aims to foster a more resilient city forest capable of withstanding climate change. Read more →